2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | MR2 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
